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Meineke Car Care Franchise

Muffler repair and replacement services

Sam Meineke began with a single store in Houston in 1972. The company has since become a subsidiary of Part Industry Corp. and part of a British-owned, multifaceted group that supplies automotive and agricultural components and systems.

The initial concept of providing quality exhaust service at discount prices has expanded to include complete brake service, oil and lube service, front-end alignment, shock and strut service and Catalytic converters.

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Start-up Costs & Franchise Fees

How much does it cost to open a Meineke Car Care franchise?

Total Investment: $180,000-$365,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $30,000
Royalty Fee: 2.5-7%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement: 15 years
Renewal Fee: $2.5K

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Meineke Car Care News

Driven Brands, Inc. Acquires Rapid Service Centers And Master Auto Care
Driven Brands, Inc., the parent of Meineke Car Care Centers, Inc. and Econo Lube N' Tune, announced today the acquisition of Rapid Service Centers and Master Auto Care, a Wichita-based automotive service company. Included in the purchase are three Rapid Service Centers in the Tulsa area, five in... more

Ifa Honors Ray Howell Of Meineke Car Care Centers
Raymond L. Howell Jr., franchise owner of eight Meineke Car Care Centers located in Virginia, Maryland and North Carolina was selected as an International Franchise Association (IFA) "Franchisee of the Year" and honored at the IFA 47th annual convention held recently in Las Vegas. The award ... more

#23 Ranked Boston College Accepts Bid To 2006 Meineke Car Care Bowl
The Boston College Eagles, ranked #23 in both the AP and USA Today polls, have accepted a bid to play in the 2006 Meineke Car Care Bowl, it was announced today by bowl officials. The Eagles (9-3) will face the United States Naval Academy (9-3). The 2006 Meineke Car Care Bowl will take place on S... more

U.s. Naval Academy Formally Accepts Bid To 2006 Meineke Car Care Bowl
The U.S. Naval Academy has accepted a bid to play in the 2006 Meineke Car Care Bowl, it was announced today by bowl officials. Navy became bowl eligible with its sixth win of the season this past weekend. The Midshipmen will face a team from the Atlantic Coast Conference to be announced at a later d... more

Econo Lube N' Tune Acquired By Driven Brands, Inc.
Driven Brands Inc., formerly Meineke Holding Co., acquired Econo Lube N' Tune, Inc., a California-based franchise specializing in quick oil changes, automotive maintenance and minor repair services. Established in 1973 as one of the first among the quick lube genre of automotive aftercare specia... more

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Franchise History

When did the first Meineke Car Care open? 1972
When did Meineke Car Care start franchising? 1972

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2005	841	22	16	1
2004	837	22	16	1
2003	818	23	16	21
2002	808	30	8	24
2001	849	29	5	24

Expansion Plans

International:

Financing Options

Expense	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	No
Startup Costs	No	Yes
Equipment	No	Yes
Inventory	No	Yes
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Third Party Financing Source(s): the SBA, CIT Small Business Lending, Wells Fargo, Merrill Lynch, Provident Bank, American Express Business Finance, Puget Sound Leasing, Maremont

Training & Support

Training
Ongoing technical hotline, online courses available

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations

Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising

Business Operations

International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 35% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 4 - 5

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

General business experience

Supervisory experience

• Automotive Repairs & Maintenance Franchise Opportunities
• Franchises $100K to $250K

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